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The holiday season is extra special at Disney World. But what’s not so special? Those seasonal prices! Between ticket surge pricing and all the Very Merry Christmas Parties, a trip to Disney World between Thanksgiving and New Year’s is pretty steep. Especially if you haven’t booked in advance. However, we’ve found a few deals left below and some options to make that last minute Disney World trip a possibility.

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Everyone loves staying inside the bubble of a Walt Disney World Resort property but that can often be the biggest chunk of your Disney travel budget. And during the holidays you can expect premium prices. This is where third party travel sites come in. We found some great options at Disney Resort hotels and Disney Good Neighbor Hotels where you still get Disney Guest perks like early entry and free transportation. Most of these properties are a stone’s throw from many of Disney World’s 4 theme parks.

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The Waldorf Astoria is an official Walt Disney World Hotel on Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, close to Epcot and Disney Springs. This is a newly renovated luxury resort so expect 5-star amenities in their guest rooms, dining options and pools. There is free bus transportation to all Disney theme parks and during the holidays you can often watch Christmas movies from the pool! Because this is an official Walt Disney World Hotel you get all the perks of early entry and after hours when offered. Willing to check in on Christmas Day? There are decent rates still available the week of Christmas here. If you don’t want the New Year’s Eve crowds check out these rates for a stay here at under $400 a night.

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An official Walt Disney World Hotel that is walking distance to Disney Springs, offers a free (hot) breakfast, complimentary snacks and soft drinks, a gorgeous saltwater pool and free bus transportation to all 4 Disney theme parks for under $300 a day the week of Christmas? Yes, you heard me right folks. The Drury Plaza Hotel in the Disney Springs is a great resort for those on a budget. It gives you a ton of amenities for a fraction of the price and did we mention no resort fee? Book this deal fast if it sounds too good to be true.

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Location, location, location. The Walt Disney World Dolphin & Swan Resort are another fan favorite for a Disney World Resort that is right in the middle of everything. It’s walking distance to both Disney World’s Hollywood Studios, Epcot as well as the Boardwalk Resort area.

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Because it is owned by Marriott, you can also use your points to help defray the cost. If you want to have a short trip and don’t mind leaving Christmas Day, check out these great rates for under $400 at the Walt Disney Work Swan December 25th – December 28th. Looking for a pool like no other? Check out the Walt Disney World Dolphin next door for the same dates and around the same price here.